Day Trips from Beijing to Great Wall from Jinshanling to Simatai

The Great Wall of China stretches across the country north of Beijing, but it can be difficult to choose a section to visit. Avoid the crowds and commercialisation of the more popular sections of the wall on this day-long trek along the Jinshangling Wall. Hike along the wall to Simatai in the south-east, visiting the section’s 67 watchtowers and taking photos of the astonishing views along the way.

See one of the world’s great monuments up close on a full-day tour to the Jinshaling section of the Great Wall of China. Travel about 2.5 hours from Beijing to reach the remote area, which promises a more relaxed experience away from the crowds. Accompanied by your tour assistant, hike along the Great Wall at Jinshaling for 3.5 hours, taking in the impressive architecture, intricate brickwork and stunning views. Have lunch at a local restaurant before returning to Beijing. Your tour includes lunch, entrance fees, and hotel pick-up and drop-off.

Uncover the ancient mysteries of China’s Great Wall on a full-day small-group hiking tour from Beijing. Accompanied by an expert guide, trace the compelling curve of the wall, delving into the heritage of Simatai West and Jinshanling. Revitalize with an authentic Chinese meal cooked by local farmers and receive a certificate of completion to immortalize your achievement. Enjoy personalized attention from your guide on this small-group tour.

Stride along China’s Great Wall between Simatai West and Jinshanling on this small-group hiking trip from Beijing. Travel northwest to the Simatai section of the UNESCO-listed wall, known for largely being in its original state, and hike to the restored Jinshanling segment, famous for its watchtowers. Admire the mountain views, learn about the wall’s history from your guide, and finish with lunch. Entrance fees, lunch, snacks, and central hotel pickup and drop-off included.

Soak in the scenery and history of the Great Wall of China at Jinshanling during a day hike with a professional guide. Get away from the crowds as you walk along this 3.7-mile (6-km) section of the Great Wall, passing 15 guard towers while crossing from Jinshanling to Simatai West. Observe the natural beauty of the landscape and the architectural marvels of the Ming Dynasty-era wall during your hike, which takes approximately four hours to complete. Includes round-trip transportation from Beijing, guide, and entrance fees.

* Suitable for families with kids or seniors. * Group size varies from 5 people to 25 people * English-speaking tour guide. * Easy-to-get-to meeting point at Subway Line 2 Chaoyangmen Station Exit A * Included: snack for the early morning departure and gourmet Chinese lunch prepared freshly! *Super discounted prices * Included: Hotel (or nearby meeting point) pickup in the morning if your hotel is within the 2nd Ring Road Loop. * The only Great Wall hiking service that departs 365 days a year. FEEDBACK: "I just wanted to say that I had such an amazing time on the great wall with this tour! I was a bit nervous I wouldn't like it, due to my experience with a tour group on Mt. Fuji. But, I absolutely loved this group and how the tour was set up. If I ever find myself in Beijing again I'm definitely going on another tour with you guys." -- Lauren, USA, toured on August 15, 2019

Hike the Jinshanling Great Wall with your English-Chinese speaking guide. Attain panoramic views of the landscape with you and your friends or family. The trek is suitable for all ages and skill levels. Beginners are welcome. Free pickup from centrally located hotels (within 2nd ring road) and drop-off at three fixed places: The Subway Station of Dongzhimen; North Gate of Wangfujing Pedestrian Street; Mcdonald of Qianmen Meishi Street.

Tour the Great Wall’s Jinshanling section to experience China’s engineering marvel. After a convenient hotel pickup, head to this well-preserved stretch of wall first built during the Ming Dynasty. Marvel at its watchtowers and gates and enjoy panoramic mountain views. Then, enjoy a delicious lunch at a local restaurant included in the tour price.

This tour will walk to Simatai Great Wall, to the 22nd tower. You can also take the cable car to go directly from the 1st tower to the 16th tower and then hike the rest, just that you need to pay the cable car ticket by yourself. It is the best place for keen photographers along the wall. Pick-up from your hotel in the morning around 7:00am; The round trip hike is about 6.5km; Great Wall at Simatai sightseeing (3.5 hours free walk); Lunch at local restaurant; Hiking from Jinshanling to Simatai Great Wall; Drop-off service at your hotel; Does not include shopping.

Discover one of the Seven New Wonders of the World on this private 3-day hiking adventure along the Great Wall of China, including accommodation and meals. Hike along famous sections of the UNESCO-listed wall at Gubeikou, Jinshanling and Simatai, and escape the crowds as you visit nearby villages and discover sections of the original wall. Covering between 4 and 10 miles (6 and 16 km) each day, the hikes are moderate and a back-up vehicle is available en-route.

Take a break from busy Beijing for a full-day hike along the Great Wall of China, one of the world’s most famous monuments. Hike the section of the Great Wall from Simatai West to Jinshanling, a beautiful and less-crowded section of this UNESCO World Heritage Site. See parts of the Great Wall that have been carefully restored as well as sections that have not been retouched. After the hike, have lunch at a restaurant operated by local farmers before returning to Beijing.

Visit the replica water town of Gubei and Simatai Great Wall, the only section open at night, on this private evening trip from Beijing. Take a walking tour of Gubei's rustic-style lanes and canals, visit a restaurant for dinner, and ascend by cable car to the illuminated Simatai section of wall. Admire the lit-up ramparts and views over Gubei, and finish with an optional boat ride (own expense). Entrance fees and private air-conditioned transport included.

A visit to the Great Wall of China is a must for visitors to Beijing, but few visitors get to experience the wall by night. On this private tour from Beijing, enjoy an evening visit to the atmospheric Gubei Water Town, then ride the cable car (own expense) to the top of the Simatai Great Wall for a spectacular view over the illuminated town.

Come visit one of the new seven wonders of the world on this full-day sunset tour to the Great Wall at Gubeikou and Jinshanling, including round-trip transport from Beijing and lunch. Journey to the Great Wall at Gubeikou, and then watch the sunset from the wall at Jinshanling before returning to your hotel.

Visit the Great Wall of China and hike along one of its original and unrestored sections in just one day on this small-group tour from Beijing. Set out from Simatai West toward Jinshanling as you hike this beautiful and less-crowded rampart. Stop for photo opportunities and enjoy the intimate tour with just six guests and your guide. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included for an added convenience.

Visit the Simatai section of the Great Wall of China followed by a walking tour through Gubei Water Town with this guided tour from Beijing. Your guide will pick you up at your hotel and take you to the Great Wall, where you'll ride a cable car up to the wall itself, where you'll have time to wander and take in the views. Then it's back down to Gubei Water Town for dinner and a stroll through this charming waterside town that's beautifully illuminated at night.

Leave the bustle of Beijing behind, and discover two of the region’s most transportative attractions, when you book this private, 2-day tour. Travel from your hotel via air-conditioned vehicle and, on the first day, tour the Great Wall: a UNESCO site and Wonder of the World. Visit the Mutianyu and Simatai sections, hike, and even travel by cable car. After an overnight stay (select meals included), spend the second day at the Gubei Water Town—a centuries-old town with historical architecture and charming canals—before returning to Beijing.

A long stretch of restored wall and ancient ruins, the Jinshanling section of the Great Wall offers a challenging and scenic walk up mountains and through some of the Wall’s highest watchtowers. Tackle Jinshanling on this day-long hiking trip along the wall. Don’t worry about crowds – you’ll only be hiking with your guide and a small group on this trip.

Get a first-hand peek at three different sections of China’s iconic Great Wall—Gubeikou, Jinshanling, Simatai—during this all-inclusive overnight hiking trip. Beat the crowds and venture deep into the Chinese countryside, where your guide will fill you in on thousands of years of history. You’ll also have a chance to fill your belly with tasty local meals and catch an unforgettable sunrise and sunset over the world-renowned landmark.

This all-inclusive full day luxury private tour from Beijing takes you to visit famous Gubei Water Town and Simatai Great Wall where you will enjoy the beautiful scenery and experience a relaxing nature hot spring. Indulging yourself with a romantic dinner and see the starry water town at the foot of Simatai Great Wall. You can choose the tour starts from 8am or after 12pm based on your preference.

Visiting the Great Wall is definitely a must for the first-time visitors to Beijing China. This private one day tour will take you to Jinshanling Great Wall where you can enjoy the breathtaking views with a relatively peaceful walk. Then you will enjoy an exciting evening tour to the Gubei Water Town and Great Wall at Simatai Section. Choose a departure time that works best for you. This private tour includes tour guide, entrance fees, Simatai Great Wall cable car ticket, Lunch, private vehicle, and hotel pickup and drop-off.

Combine the benefits of independent exploration with the ease of a classic coach tour on this unconventional Great Wall trip. Besides the unspoiled Simatai Great Wall, set atop a rugged ridge, discover Gubei Water Town, a newly created tourist destination with bags of photogenic charm. Tour includes pickup and drop-off from your Beijing hotel.

Spend two days at the Great Wall of China for an immersive experience of the world-famous monument. Hike several hours each day along restored and untouched sections of the Great Wall around the Gubeikou section and from Jinshanling to Simatai West. Enjoy the morning at the Great Wall before the crowds arrive, amazing photo ops, architectural styles and stone work. Includes an overnight stay at a local farmer's guesthouse, entrance fees upon returning to Beijing.

This is a great choice for travelers who’d like to spend a day hiking along the Great Wall of China at their own pace. Language barriers can make it difficult to arrange transport in China, but you won’t have to worry about this as hotel pickup, drop-off, and transfers are included. You’ll be dropped off at Gubeikou area of the wall, and conveniently, you’ll be picked up from Jinshanling instead of having to turn back.